Rail Engineering Track Maintenance

Information

The railways are a key part of the UK’s transport infrastructure for commuting, leisure and business travel, as well as freight services. The industry recognises that it needs staff with the right skills to deal with the ever-increasing demands. This qualification proves competence of industrial performance, knowledge and understanding, and recognises the ability of individuals working in the sector.The purpose of this NVQ is to train new entrants and upskill the existing workforce to the industry recognised standard of competency in rail track maintenance and renewal within the rail engineering industry. The framework covers the Skilled Track Operative job role. Skilled Track Operatives play a key role in ensuring that the network of track across the UK is reliable and in good working order. It is vital that the track is in good condition for the safe and efficient running of trains.

Course Breakdown

Undertake routine manual maintenance of the permanent way
Prepare to undertake duties in the Rail industry
Contribute to the security of the work environment in the rail industry
Assist in preparing resources for permanent way activities
Undertake replacement of permanent way assets and components
Restore track geometry faults to operational condition by the manual repair of permanent way assets and components
Prepare small plant, measuring equipment and tools for permanent way renewal or maintenance
Deal with incidents and contingencies within the railway environment
Lift and move permanent way materials, components and equipment

Who This Is Aimed For

This NVQ is aimed at anyone working in railway engineering, including those preparing for a specialised role or management responsibility.

Certification

When you’ve completed your studies, you’ll qualify with the NVQ Diploma in Rail Engineering Track Maintenance.

How To Apply

To apply for this course you can call us on 01924 210195 or simply visit us at:

Dominion Training.
13 Cheapside, Wakefield
West Yorkshire, WF1 2SD

And we will discuss the details of the course with you.

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13 Cheapside, Wakefield
West Yorkshire, WF1 2SD
Tel: 01924 210195
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